FAQ

Answers to many common questions about giving to UMass Dartmouth are provided below. If, however, you find that your question is not addressed here, or if you would like to make a comment or suggestion about this web site, please contact us directly at 508-999-8200 or by e-mail at jwolfman@umassd.edu

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FAQ Topics

Why should I give to a public university?
How can I make a gift in memory or someone or to honor someone?
I would like to give UMass Dartmouth a boat, piece of lab equipment, car, etc. How would I do this?
Will my company match my gift to UMass Dartmouth?
How do I go about making a stock gift to UMass Dartmouth?
I want to support my college or department. How can I do this?
In what areas does UMass Dartmouth need support most right now?
What are "planned gifts" and why are they so popular?
What are the tax advantages of planned gifts and bequests?

FAQ Answers

Why should I give to a public university?
Give because you have benefited from your UMass Dartmouth experience and you want future students to have the same opportunity - small classes, great faculty, and meaningful conversations both inside and outside the classroom. Give because gifts from alumni and friends ensure that important services like the library, the Health Center, the William Q. MacLean Campus Center, and the language and computer labs are available to current and future students.
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How can I make a gift in memory or someone or to honor someone?
Many people choose to make a gift to UMass Dartmouth in memory or in honor of a family member, classmate, faculty member or friend. These gifts may be designated toward a specific UMass Dartmouth program or fund, or their use may be left to the discretion of the University. When making such a gift, be sure to indicate the name of the person being remembered.
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I would like to give UMass Dartmouth a boat, piece of lab equipment, car, etc. How would I do this?
We sometimes receive requests to accept gifts in the form of objects of value or scientific interest. Before we can accept such an in-kind contribution, however, we must find a home for that item at UMass Dartmouth. To determine whether and how UMass Dartmouth might make use of an item you are considering donating, please contact the Advancement Office at 508-999-8200.
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Will my company match my gift to UMass Dartmouth?
Many companies do indeed match gifts made to UMass Dartmouth. To find out more about your company's matching gift program, we suggest you contact your human resources or benefits office.
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How do I go about making a stock gift to UMass Dartmouth?
In the event you would like to make a donation of stock please call our Advancement Office at 508-999-8760.
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I want to support my college or department. How can I do this?
Gifts can be designated toward a College or department's general use funds, or toward a particular initiative within a College. Please designate on your check or in a note what your intentions are.
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In what areas does UMass Dartmouth need support most right now?
UMass Dartmouth has identified four major areas as top priorities for fundraising support at this time: unrestricted giving, financial aid, student life and learning, and special initiatives.
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What are "planned gifts" and why are they so popular?
Planned gifts include trusts, gift annuities, and bequests. When you contribute to a trust or gift annuity, you and/or your beneficiaries will receive payments for life or for a pre-specified term of years. This is an attractive option for donors who are looking for ways to provide an annual income to someone over the age of 55, while still making a substantial gift to UMass Dartmouth. Bequests allow donors to help UMass Dartmouth in the long term, while still retaining assets during their lifetimes. All types of planned gifts provide considerable tax advantages. For further information on planned gifts, please call 508-999-8200.
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What are the tax advantages of planned gifts and bequests?
One advantage can be an income tax deduction in the year of the gift. Also, if you contribute marketable securities, you might significantly reduce your capital gains tax. In addition, planned gifts allow a donor to reduce the value of his or her taxable estate.
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